Climate Insights for Masindi
Climate Overview
The climate in Masindi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,258 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 177 mm of rainfall. Masindi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Masindi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 49.5 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 7 in of rainfall. Masindi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Masindi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Masindi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 90°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 73°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Masindi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,258 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 177 mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 20 mm. That's 157 mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Masindi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 7 in of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.8 in. That's 6.2 in less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Masindi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Masindi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Masindi is during June, July and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Masindi is during June, July and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 66°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Masindi based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Masindi based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.